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National Republican., 1887-02-03

ACCORDING to the Philadelphia Times
tie Presbyterian ministers of that city
wLo denounced 'the performances of the
National Opera Company" as "an injury
10 public morals, a disgrace to our com,
munity, and an outrage TO Christian
sentiment,n - had never seen any OF these
performances, and really knew nothing
about them. The Times says they had
been told that the ballet was objection.
able, and this was what they meant to con.
demn; but they neglected to specify this,
or even to specify tue operas in which a
ballet occurs. It would be desirable for
clergymen to know what they are talking
National Republican., 1887-02-03

on the 4lh OF March next William Malone,
the renegade, steps out of the Senate and John
W, Daniel, the faithful Vlrginian will step
in.- RiCimOid state.
Mr.. Malone Is ''renegade" because he
is a Republican. Mr.. Daniel is faithful
ViTginianh because he is Bourbon Demo.
crat. This is a charming little illustration
Of Bourbon tolerance in the Old Dominion
National Republican., 1887-02-03

MYRoN NJ. WHITNEY, the basso of the Ma
ttral oTerS Company, says the Academy OF
Music In Philadelphia has finer acoustic prop
critics than any hall in the countrywide iOh'
star.
The Philadelphia hall referred TO Is "ln
the country as Mr.. Whitney well knows.
We suspect 1t is the Stou, not Mr.. Whitney,
that puts the Philadelphia Academy In some
other country.
National Republican., 1887-02-03

SINCE II is an admitted possibility for a
great man to accumulate large fortune, 1t
will not be advisable to carry the war on
"millionaire senators" too far. We could
not consistently support au amendment
providing that every senator'elect must file
with his credentials certified copy of his
honorable discharge from an almshouse.
National Republican., 1887-02-03
For Observation-Disclosures
TTHS I1iI NEW PosT BUILDING. '''-'''

Il -
FOR RENT-studios, Offices, and Lodge or
Society Rooms. There are yet vacant in the
New Post Building some well-lighted rooms,
suitable for Lodges and Societies.
Also, several well.lighted rooms eligible
for Artists Studios; also two rooms fitted for
light manufacturing, with or without steam
power. Otis elevator runs day and night. Ap.
ply at Post Counting Room.
National Republican., 1887-02-03

Mr. GLADSTONE, in his article on Ireland
in the February number of the Nineteenth
Century, bases his hopes of speedy con-
cession Of Irish demands upon England's
innate sense OF justice. We hope he is not
trusting a delusion, bat Ireand's woes have
been vainly appealing for long time to that
'.!nnate sense Of iustice.N
National Republican., 1887-02-03

Inforus.ion OF all sorts obtained, when possible
for subscribers without charge upon application
Rejected manuscripts cannot be returned.
bank d-nfts or checks 10 the order OF the National
Republican Company always at sender's RISK. So.
No receipts for subscriptions returned' Inc uate
on the wrapper shows when subscription expires,
Advertisers who have not made or renewed ume
contracts will be charged monthly card rates
THE NATIONAL REPUBLICAN, COMPANY,
E.w. FOX, PRESIDENT AND MANAGER.
National Republican., 1887-02-03

ATTENTION is invited to the mastery and
unanswerable speech of Senator Teller, Of
Colorado, on the necessity Of defenses for
our unprotected coast. Copious extracts
from the address are published In this edi.
ton of the NATIONAL REPUBLICAN,.
National Republican., 1887-02-03

THE surplus is white elephant on the gov
ernment's hands, and growing bigger every
day; what shall we do with it?-IRdianaposis
Journal
Wait till Brer Morrison and Brer Randall
agree upon revenue reducer and the sur
plus will cease to be an atilic tion.
National Republican., 1887-02-03

No SENATOR committed himself to wo,
man suffrage by voting for the amendment.
Such vote simply says that the people Of
each state shall have chance to say
whether or not they want woman suffrage.
National Republican., 1887-02-03

SECRETARY WHITNEY will please read
Senator Teller's speech and then set 1000
men at work in the manufacture OF guns at
tho Washington navy yard, and all the
people will say amen.
National Republican., 1887-02-03

OUR brigade of gallant rear admirals will
take care Of our rear, no matter what may
happen to our hanks, when the Goldfish and
mackerel war begins.
National Republican., 1887-02-03

If LADIES in our street cars would try to
be about half as polite to each other as gen
tlemen are to the ladies the situation would
be maryelously improved.
National Republican., 1887-02-03

The country's response to the senate's
Canadian retaliation bill has been as prompt
and hearty as an aged spinster's acceptance
Of her first offer Of marriage.
National Republican., 1887-02-03

THE silence of many Democratic news
papers on the subject of presidential can
didates for their party is becoming really
boisterous.
National Republican., 1887-02-03

THE Democratic party has held the public
purse during ten of the last twelve years.
Hence our defenseless condition.
National Republican., 1887-02-03

THE West Virginia Democrats are har-
mOnizing in the same way that the historic
IIoosier kept hotel.
National Republican., 1887-02-03

BY the election of Mr. Reagan to the
Senate the Texas Democrats condone the
use Of the bath tub.
National Republican., 1887-02-03
DALTON & STRICKLAND,
o3o Penna. Ave.

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In addition to our unequaled facilities for
supplying families throughout the District OF
COAL AND WOOD.
We arenow prepared 70 supply consumers with
Direct from the Washington Gaslight Com
pany's Work6 with promptness and dispatch.
NO CHANGE IN PRICE OR TERMS.
Orders will continue TO be received at the
office of the Washington Gaslight Company
and at the works OF the company,
Also for Coke, Coal, and Wood by direct Or
deTs or by telephone, ,,,,,
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BRANCH OFFICES AND YARDS:
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lTA0 Pennsylvania avenue northwest.
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COS Pennsylvania avenue northwest
Corner Third and X streets northwest
WIIARVES AND RAILROAD YARD!
Twelfth and Water streets southwest.
N. B.-Liberal terms will be made WIN all
dealers In fuel in the Distrletoi ColumDla
WE ARE DELIVERING CRUSHED COKE TO
ANY PART OF WASHINGTON
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Is Bnrhels for 81 50.
COKE NOT Crushed
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20 Bushels for 900.
National Republican., 1887-02-03

LIABILITY to national disgrace and ire
parable damage is incurred by neglect to
fOrtify,
National Republican., 1887-02-03

INvINcDLE on land, impotent at sea, and
fearfully exposed on our borders-this is
our condition at the present time.
National Republican., 1887-02-03
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UNIMPROvED PROPERTY.
lots on Corcoran st. n. W., 20xS7, 81 90 foot;
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National Republican., 1887-02-03

II the Washington toadies make so much
fuss over the newly arrived baby of the Sec
retsry of the Navy what will they do when-
chicago Mail.
They have already engaged the Marine
band to play the Nanon waltz for week
National Republican., 1887-02-03
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 3.
Amusements.

EAIIoSAL-Nancy & Co.
ALBAuGu's-National Opera Company.
KERNANs-"Ragged Jack" aud specialties.
BlJou-"The Planters Wife,"
DME-"Cinderella."
WILL. ARMoRY-Aztec Fair and Mexican
Village.
THE MANASSAS sPASoRAMA-15th st. h Ohio av
National Republican., 1887-02-03

ALABAMA is bristiing with pig iron in
dustry.
National Republican., 1887-02-03

R,NeJ-D IN, y. fOtND IhOMIoON. M ~
k-S moved his office and residence TO No.
500 18th st. N. w. iel.6t
n@Sse THE GREAT WESTERN MEAT. co,
~ Stalls 81, 80, and 35, Seventh Street Wing,
Centre Market.
Price List.-choice Roasts, 1sc; Porter.
house, 15c Tenderloin, 1bc; Sirloin, loo /;
Fillets OF Beef SOC; South Down Mutton, 15c
Lamb and Veal, 15c; good Roast Beet, l2c
Corned Bullion, 12c; Corned Beef DC; Breasts OF
My meats are home and western killed.
Marketing delivered.
ia29.lm GEO. KILLEEN.
Ry GEN. JOHN p,T g, TREMoNrs pDaI,
MEMOIRS OF MY LIFE:
"a Retrospect of Fify Years. together with
sketch Of the life of
SENATOR BENTON,
BY JESSE BENTON FREMONT
Vol. Now Ready,
In Tarts, so cents each in Cloth, s5.15; Library.
96I5; Morocco, 81. 7.25 and 1885, Tree Calf $3.50.
For sale only by subscription.
w. +. MORSE, Gen'l Agent.
de20-Sm 622 Il ST. N. w.
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For RENT---ROOAf8
FOR RENT-.-HOUsEs

TOR RENT-HANDSOME NEW RESI-
IN dence, 10 rooms, furnished or unfurnished,
with stable. 1925 NJ st. N. W. g. A. SMITH,
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National Republican., 1887-02-03
TIE DIME MUSEUM.

The child company now representing "Cln-
dcrclla" at the Dime is worthy OF liberal
patronage. We witnessed the entertainment
Juveniles that, had we not seen their small
forms. we should have thought only adults
spoke upon the stage The opportunity for
unusual enjoyment Is rare, and should be gen.
orally embraced. Next week will present the
drama of "Partners in Crime" Edwin Han
ford Its author, will take the principal charac.
ter. The company is choice.
National Republican., 1887-02-03
HARRIs's BIJoU TaEATER.

"The Planters Wife," being enacted through
predicted II would be, though part OF the time
in most uniavorable weather. Next week Is TO
present something extraordinary indeed in
figure The play Is "MardO." II deals with
the Dihilists; II has a burning bridge; con-
Wet hut in flames; 1t Is extremely realistic.
There Is a dog, Jack, too, Mardo's faithful
friend, who is semi human.
National Republican., 1887-02-03

and indeXed with those received, so that the
whole correspondence, both sent and received,
Is arranged alphabetically aud according TO
dates. " Is something absolutely new and in
dispensable
In addition to tine above unequaled devices
the same company manufacture the United
States Document Cabinet and File,
which is the most perfect system KIN own for
classifying ana filing folded papers: It's used
National Republican., 1887-02-03

about before uniting in wholesale denun-
ciatiohs Of reputable artists and refined
Community.
National Republican., 1887-02-03

axse wHEATLEY's STEAM DYE WORKS.
W. THE RUSH is OVER.
All Work Finished and Ready for Delivery.
Many thanks to my friends and patrons for
their patient indulgence during the fall, when
such was the rush of work from the District
sible 10 get skilled workinen enough to do 1t
promptly, but now have ample force and
every facility to fill all orders with promptness
and dispatch. Work called for and delivered.
w. ii. WHEATLEY,
jal-3m .106S jefferson street, Georgetown.
National Republican., 1887-02-03

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business houses of
the world proves
its value. By its
use even a child
can instantly find
any required let
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and replace In the
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out removing the
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w to do cooking or general house work; y
washing or ironing. Apply or address 1iii
st. NJ w. l.3
National Republican., 1887-02-03

s>ysas THE ANNUAL MEETING
HS OF THE
WASHINGTON GAsLIGHT COMPANY,
Fer the election of directors and the trans
ctlon OF such business as may legally come
b, fore It, will be held at the Office of the COM
p, ny on MONDAY, the 7th day of February
1857. Polls open from 12 O'Clock m. to
o'clock p. m.
ia22-td CHAS. j. BAILEY, Secretary
National Republican., 1887-02-03

uSpwAsHINGToN, D. O., DEC. 10, 1885,
sssS The copartnership heretofore existing
between NJ. NJ. Parker and Eddy B. Towns
end, under the firm name of Parker d Towns
end, is hereby dissolved by mutual consent
to take effect JAN. 1, 1887, the said NJ. NJ.
Parker assuming all debts and obligations con-
tracted by the firm. Signed in duplicate,
MYRON NJ. PARKER,
EDDY u. TOWNSEND:
Having terminated my business relations as
above and associated myself with A. p Pardon
at 1926 street, respectfully solicit a continu-
ance Of the generous patronage extended 10 me
as member of the late firm.
f. b. TOWNSEND,
Real Estate Broker,
ial7.u 1896 4 Street.
National Republican., 1887-02-03
rHr WEEKLY NkryoNAn REPUBLICAN,,

onlyil for Two Years-lss7 and 1888,
which includes the contest Of the next Presidential
Election.
National Republican., 1887-02-03

MY PRICE LIST OF PURE CALIFORNIA
hnS WINES.
Sweet Catawba. ..... .."......". ggc per gallon.
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Zinfandel Claret. .............sl 90
Angelica (very sweeO. ........ / 10
Port Wine from S150 upward,
Sherry Wine from sl.50
All goods delivered free Of charge.
II. A. SELfGSON,
Wholesale Wine aud Liquors,
1900 Pa. ave. N. W.
Telephone call 114-2.
P.s.-No liquors by the glass. janl0-3m
National Republican., 1887-02-03

Extra cory mailed free to party securing the
club. Postage paid.
National Republican., 1887-02-03
SpECTAU NOTICES

exssDR. J. FORD THOMPSON. HAS RE-
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SO4 18th Sc. N w, fel6t
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Thus FAR this week dragged Jack" has
pleased all visitors at Kernan's. We have no
doubt of disability to please TO the weeks end.
on Monday next, and TO Saturday, inclusive,
MGgee's International and Comedy Company
will present their claims to public favor.
These, from what we know of them, an from
what comes TO us on every side, will be appre-
ciatCd and rewarded with due applause.
National Republican., 1887-02-03

Mr.. Richard Mansfield returns TO this city
next week after a most prosperous tour, in
which "Prince Karl" the latest comedy su3-
cess. has, II possible become more popular than
ever. On is previous presentation the play was
most iatteringly received and many OF our
theater-goeIs will soon have the desired oppor-
tuuiy Of seeing II again, II sparltles with
humoT, and Is one of the best prescriptions to
cure the blues that can be suggested.
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DEBTS
COLLEC TED.

The method of procedure adopted by this con-
Germ is discreet There are no threats contained
in its notices. The first one sent out is sim
ple notice that certain sum Is due.
1t is sent in ordinary business envelope,
and is certainly stronger than the letters sent
BY all reputable collecting agencies. Ii no an
swer is received within a reasonable time anoth-
er letter is sent bearing the cut OF the cart
and reading:
mediately upon receipt of this note. that we may
not be led to infer from your indifference that
YOU are not disposed to settle, and govern our
selves accordingly in our future action upon the
claim"
This is inclosed in an envelope bearing inn
print of the cart. If this remains unanswered
the cart is sent the house or Office of the party,
unless he happens to be In the employ OF some
responsible person. In that case notice is sent
to the employer asking that he try to get the
empoye to settle.
The proprietor of the agency reports that the
greatest care is taken in regard to the wagon.
It is not allowed to stop In front OF fiat where
several families live, >even if there is a claim
against of them. Ii it has TO stop anywhere
off it's route it is driven into an alley. Alto
ee ther although it may not be very creditab;e
way of doing business, there seems to be no
legal objection to it. According to the proprie
tor it is intended to reach only those people who
can and won't pay. 1t is stated that once or
twice by mistake the cart has stopped IN front
of the wrong house. and that once there was
row. the occupant OF the premises being the
chief actor.
about his experiences. lie Is q large, GOOD
natured looking fellow and speaks with some
what of a German dialect
90 I don't haf much trouble he said.
.svaavpe Won or two times day haf to knock
man down or slap his mouth, but that is all. IL
a man just wants TO talk at me. Wy dots all right.
but if he comes hitting at me den l knock him
down"
'ADo you ever get hurt yourself
YELL [ hid Teller Yesterday and scraped
nv knnckle but dots the only time He come
up and salt if stopped in front of his
house he'd blow the wagon up Den he kept
comm nearer and f'rowin' his fists round. and
SO hit him. l."
ssDo the women ever make any fussW
''Ho yes Some of 'em comes out and calls
me names, and of 'em cries and takes
every time 1 come. The boarding house keepers
are the worst, though"
"Dou you ever make any mistakes2'
mo I can't afford to do that. Ven amt
sure if a man lives at a house l stop at alley
and walk mp aud find out. | nefer drives the
cart up until the Teller lives there"
In justice to the agency, i: should be said that
if there seems TO be any doubt about the justice
of a claim it never resorts to the wagon until a
Judgment has been secured.
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What Shall We Do with Our Daughters?

Il. Shuster. in No1 N American Review.
All Germany exist what called 'Sparcassen"
Saving banks) which correspond, in measure. to
the endowment plan of the American assurance
companies The best known is the 'Wihelmscasse,'
named after the Emperor who is its patron. At the
birth of a girl, the father and mother insure her
Ckaufen ein) in such for as much as they
able to bestow every year the future of their
newborn baby girl. The amount is paid annually.
The casse lays out the money in behalf of the in
sured at interest chiefly in real estate In this way
the money accumulates, and at Is. her majority,
the girl is the possessor OF snug little capital.
This will her to study any favored profession,
go to good conservatory, start in business:
and last but not least, buy her trousseau, she has
chance to follow woman S truest missionl Now. why
cannot well-to-do American women estabi sh such
way of providing for their less fortunate sisters9
What a blessed gift from godmother to poor little
girl such insurance would be- l truly believe it would
give zeal and encouragement to many true, poor
parents if by this small economy they could help to
provide for their dear 1t is better than life
insurance, for it takes away the sting of DEATH all
live and enjoy the fruit of their economy! How
much better yearly outlay would be- for people in
moderate circumstances than in costly toys and
extrayagent dress by which children brought up
IN exD a
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The American Association.

ST. LOUIS, 6; BROOKLYN. f.
ST. Louis, Aug. 3L-Terry and King were on
their mettle to-day, and both pitched great
games. The Browns only pulled out victory in
The eighth inning, when defeat seemed certain
Terry beautifully supported, and had he
felded his position well he pitched. a diff
ferent story would have been told After hav-
In G failed to accept chance to retire Latham in
the eighth inning on Gleason's hit, O'Neill came
10 the rescue with magnificent drive to left
renter. telng the score Mcclellan then made
. bad error, which let in two runs and gave ST.
Louis the game. The best features were Glea-
Eons beautiful work at short, he making several
phenomenal pick-ups, and Robnson's work at
second. Captain Comiskey, though having a
badly injured hand played his position pluckily.
Inc battery work of King and Boyle was of the
finest Pinckney, Clark. Peoples and Phillips
lid excellent work The base-running OF the
Champions has seldom been excelled. Score:
st. Louis-..........l o o O O O O-6
Brooklyn o o 0 o.
Earned runs-St- Louis. A; Brooklyn. o. Two.base
sits-ONeilL Lih m Peoples Stolen bases
Greer Doube psy-Pinckney, Philips and Ciark
First base on b. Comiskey, Welch Caruthers
lase on errors-St. Louis. j. Brooklyn 2 Errors
st. Louis. 3, Broodyn,, 2 Struck ort-By King,
Mid piteh-Kins Time-2.oo Umpre-Curry
LOUISVILLE, %; METRoPoLITANs, IL
LOUISVILLE, Aug. 3L-Louisville won her
third consecutive game from the Metropolitans
to-day. Ryan went in to pitch for the Metro
0olitans. but terribly wild. O'Brien re-
ieved him after seven runs had been made in q
portion Of the opening inning Radford tried
MS hand after O'Brien knocked out and
while not wild, hit hard Jones then
pitched inning. meeting the Same dreadful
late. Isosenan came into the box in the eighth
and Jared rather better than his companions of
ll-luck, finishing out the game. The LouisvIes
made thirty two hits with total of forty eight
bases Ramseys arm gave out in the second
and Neal, who was hit hard, finished the game
kerlns hit safely five times, with total of ff-
teen bases, two home runs, two three baggers
and single. OBrien secured five hits also
one phantom" he also making two home
runs. Radford did some excellent fielding. AS
sbortstop White took his position in the field.
In 70 third inning oolored man came from the
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1887-09-01
The New York and indianapolis Clubs
Play an Alleged Exhibition Game.
Which Seems to Have Been Chiefly az Eyhi-
bition of Loose, Careless Work-Patr0a
Wins the $4,000 Stake at Hartford.
Tho League Championship Record
APOorly PLAYED Game.

Special to the Indianapolis journal
NEW YORK, Aug 31.-The indianapolis
and New York clubs played an
Ambition game to-day in which the Hoosers
were defeated by a score of Q to l. The play
was loose and careless both sides, and made
lots of fun for the crowd. johnson played sec
ond base in excellent style in place of Bassett,
who had gone home to stay day. Shomberg
went TO right. Myers to first. and Healy to
short stop, after the fourth inning, just to show
Glasscock how 10 play the position. he said. but
he had little to do. Moffett, who put in TO
pitch, did not exert himself particularly, and
hit hard and often, Conner putting the ball
over the right field fence, the second time that
feat was ever performed. Denny made home
run hit in the ninth inning, but stopped at
third Young Titcomb, who pitched for the
Giants struck out ten He has out
curve that is a wonder, and he struck both
Brown and Seery out three times The Hoosiers
:eft for Boston tonight They putting up a
very fine fielding game, but hitting very
lightly. Moffett and Leitmer 60 from here di-
rectly to Pittsburg Boyle. Healy ana Shreve
will pitch at Boston. After Mondays game
here George Gore said that Shreve was the
most deceptive pitcher he had faced this sea-
son. The score of to days game was